The Complexity:  A typical company can have several specialized 3PSP's and 3PL firms on the reverse end of the supply chain performing a myriad of services.  These services may include de-installation, transportation, reverse inventory management, RMA administration, repair and/or refurbishment, resale, redeployment of passive assets, resale, environmental management, recycling, data destruction, and scrap disposition. Unlike the forward (outbound) flow, the reverse flow has many other variables that make it difficult to effectively manage.  As outlined in the “The Services ” tab, you can see the variety of issues that are unique to the reverse flow and that require specialized management.

The Law:  Today’s environmental disposition and privacy laws can make the reverse end of the logistics very costly if not done according to the law.  Fines, including imprisonment, can ruin you financially as well as damage your company's reputation.  4PRL will not only make sure that the 3PSP's and 3PL firms are totally in compliance, it will also give you a measureable way to show your good corporate citizenship, environmental commitment and regulatory compliance.     

The Solution:  4PRL specializes in every aspect of the 3PSP and 3PL world. We know what it takes not only to be a 3PSP but to integrate a team of 3PSP's working in harmony.  Because 4PRL is specialized on both the forward and reverse end of the supply chain, we are also able to direct, manage, and/or advise on how to maximize the efficiencies by integrating the outbound activities with the inbound materials.    

The Results: Many companies strive to be the best at Forward Logistics Distribution. A well run Reverse Logistics Operation that focuses on the green side of materials management is what it takes to be best in class. 4PRL is committed is to assuring that every forward and reverse activity is done in an efficient, measurable and green minded fashion.